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Fly Girls' Guide to Aviation Careers

René Banglesdorf

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Frequency: 1 episode/1d. Total Eps: 19

Hosted by aviation CEO, FAA board alum, and high-performance business coach René Banglesdorf, Fly Girls’ Guide is the go-to podcast for women who want to launch, grow, or pivot their careers in aviation.

From the cockpit to the control tower, you’ll hear candid conversations with female pilots, mechanics, executives, air traffic controllers, and more—each sharing their stories, struggles, and the bold moves that got them where they are.

Whether you’re just discovering the skies or already leading at 30,000 feet, this show will equip you with real mentorship, practical insights, and the inspiration to chart your own course in the aviation industry.

Let’s build the future of aviation together—one Fly Girl at a time.

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(Preview) How Media and Storytelling Shape The Future of Aviation: Liz Moscrop

Season 1 · Episode 18

Friday, September 5, 2025 • Duration 06:16

In this upcoming episode, René chats with Liz Moscrop, an aviation media entrepreneur who has carved out a niche at the intersection of aviation, branding, and storytelling. Liz talks about how she built a career communicating complex ideas in a highly technical industry, and why clarity and innovation are key drivers of aviation’s future.

In this episode you’ll hear:

How Liz blended communication and aviation into a meaningful career
Why compelling storytelling is essential in aviation
The communication skills that help industry voices connect and lead

Stay tuned for the full episode this season, where Liz shares even more of her story.

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(Preview) Managing the Details That Keep Private Jets Moving: Megan Knox

Season 1 · Episode 17

Friday, September 5, 2025 • Duration 03:45

In this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René interviews Megan Knox, Senior Operations Manager at a private jet charter company in Centennial, Colorado. From earning her pilot certificates to finding her calling in operations and compliance, Megan shares how she built a career that combines aviation expertise with leadership and mentorship.

In this Episode You’ll Hear:

How Megan shifted from flying to operations after 9/11 changed the industry
Why scheduling, dispatch, and compliance roles are critical in aviation
How she balances leadership with family life and mentoring others

Stay tuned for the release of the full episode this season to hear Megan’s story!

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(Preview) Combining Software and Emotional Intelligence for Safety Advances: Kellie Roby

Season 1 · Episode 15

Thursday, September 4, 2025 • Duration 03:40

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René sits down with Kellie Roby, Vice President of Polaris Aero, a software company specializing in safety services. From conducting safety audits to shaping safety culture across flight departments, Kellie shares how her career in aviation has grown through problem-solving, leadership, and a passion for protecting people.

In this Episode You’ll Hear:

What safety services look like in corporate aviation
How Kellie’s background as a pilot informs her leadership role
Why emotional intelligence and adaptability are critical in aviation safety

Stay tuned for the full episode release to hear Kellie’s journey in aviation!

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(Preview) Reducing Pilot Workload and Keeping Flight Operations Running Smoothly: Sarah Heugel

Season 1 · Episode 16

Thursday, September 4, 2025 • Duration 05:06

In this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation, René sits down with Sarah Heugel, whose aviation journey has taken her from flight attendant to dispatch to leadership in operations. With years of experience navigating the behind-the-scenes world that keeps flights moving safely and efficiently, Sarah shares how she built her career, developed her leadership style, and leaned on mentors along the way.

In this Episode You’ll Hear:

How Sarah got her start in aviation and grew into operations leadership
Why mentorship and community matter for women in aviation
The challenges and rewards of managing the flow of an aviation career

Stay tuned for the full episode release to hear Sarah’s story in behind-the-scenes aviation!

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(Preview) Anticipating Air Safety Needs with Rockets, Air Taxis and Drones: Nicki Harricharan

Season 1 · Episode 7

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 • Duration 05:43

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René sits down with Nicki Harricharan, Operations Program Manager at CANSO, the Civil Air Navigation Services Organization. From her start in Trinidad to becoming a leader in global air traffic management, Nicki shares how curiosity, resilience, and problem-solving shaped her aviation journey.

In this Episode You’ll Hear:

How Nicki built her aviation career from FAA air traffic controller to global leader
Why rocket launches, drones, and advanced air mobility are reshaping the skies
The importance of collaboration and listening in international aviation

Stay tuned for the full episode coming this season and hear her incredible story.

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(Preview) Navigating the Unexpected and Managing Air Traffic: Sharlotte Yealdhall

Season 1 · Episode 13

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 • Duration 05:40

In this episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René talks with Sharlotte Yealdhall, a veteran air traffic controller and traffic management coordinator. From a high school career day in South Africa to overseeing the flow of aircraft through some of the busiest skies in the U.S., Sharlotte shares a candid look at what it takes to keep airspace safe and efficient.

In this Episode You’ll Hear:

How a chance encounter led Sharlotte to a career in air traffic control
The differences between tower, center, and traffic management roles
What it’s like to balance safety, weather, and airline demands in real time

Stay tuned for the full episode release this season to hear Sharlotte’s full story

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(Preview) What It Takes to Keep F-35 Fighter Jets Mission-Ready: Ryan Bass

Season 1 · Episode 14

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 • Duration 04:55

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René joins Ryan Bass, a Navy veteran and aircraft mechanic who now works on F-35 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin’s flightline. From running engines on the flight line to proving herself in male-dominated hangars, Ryan shares how grit, precision, and passion have fueled her aviation journey.

In this Episode You’ll Hear:

What it’s like to work on the Navy’s F-18s and Lockheed’s F-35 program
Why attention to detail is everything in aviation maintenance
The challenges—and pride—of being one of the few women on the flight line

Stay tuned for the full episode release to hear Ryan’s story in aviation!

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(Preview) From Cargo Pilot to Delta Air Lines’ Aircraft Acquisition Team: Crystal Barrois

Season 1 · Episode 3

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 • Duration 05:06

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René talks with Crystal Barrois, Delta captain and General Manager of Aircraft Acquisitions. From flying cargo aircraft overseas to leading Delta’s entry-into-service programs with Boeing and Airbus, Crystal’s career highlights both the adventure of the cockpit and the complexity of fleet planning.

In this Episode You’ll Hear:

How she transitioned from pilot to fleet acquisitions
Why curiosity and problem-solving are essential in aviation leadership
What it takes to bring a brand-new aircraft from contract to delivery

Tune in to the full episode premiering this season to listen to her inspiring journey through aviation!

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(Preview) Building Trust Between Pilots and Mechanics: Cassidy Moore

Season 1 · Episode 12

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 • Duration 06:09

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René sits down with Cassidy Moore, an A&P and IA mechanic whose career highlights the essential role maintenance plays in aviation. From her first introduction at a pancake breakfast to running her own shop, Cassidy shares how communication, patience, and persistence keep airplanes—and their owners—safe.

In this Episode You’ll Hear:

Why A&P mechanics are the backbone of aviation
Cassidy’s path into aviation maintenance without a family background in the field
How owner-assisted annuals build trust and safety between mechanics and pilots

Stay tuned for the full episode release to hear Cassidy’s dynamic journey in aviation.

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(Preview) Meaningful Flight Training Beyond the Checklist: Maddie Glassett

Season 1 · Episode 2

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 • Duration 03:24

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René chats with Maddie Glassett. She's an A&P mechanic, aerospace engineer, and dedicated flight instructor who brings unmatched passion and perspective to the cockpit. From teaching brand-new private pilot students to advanced ratings and seaplane training, Maddie shares what makes flight instruction more than a time-building job, it’s a calling.

In this Episode You’ll Hear:

How she makes training fun a-nd memorable beyond the syllabus.
Why passion and honesty are essential traits for flight instructors.
What it’s like to guide students from their very first flight to checkride success.

Stay tuned for the full episode coming this season and hear her inspiring story!

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